Leinster lose Paddy McCarthy for remainder of season

Leinster have confirmed that loosehead prop Paddy McCarthy will miss the rest of the province's season because of a foot injury. The 22‑year‑old McCarthy now looks like a doubt for Ireland's Nations Championship campaign this summer. McCarthy's absence means Leinster must proceed without his services for the remaining fixtures. The squad will need to reshuffle the front row to cover the vacancy. Ireland's coaching staff will have to assess McCarthy's fitness before finalising the Nations Championship roster. His injury status could influence selection decisions for the summer tournament. The foot injury is expected to keep McCarthy sidelined for the foreseeable future. Leinster and Ireland will monitor his recovery closely.